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Acantholimon

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Acantholimon
Photo: unknown, perhaps Louis van Houtte · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons

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Typeshrub

“Acantholimon is a genus of alpine and subalpine evergreen shrubs” — How to Grow Acantholimon (Prickly Thrift) — LizPlants

Days to maturity2–3 years

“Days to maturity: 2-3 years to reach full flowering maturity” — How to Grow Acantholimon (Prickly Thrift) — LizPlants

Lightfull sun

“☀️ Sun: Full sun, 6-8 hours or more daily” — How to Grow Acantholimon (Prickly Thrift) — LizPlants

WaterVery low water needs once established. Water sparingly during establishment (spring/early summer) and avoid watering during dormancy.

“💧 Water: Very low water needs once established.” — How to Grow Acantholimon (Prickly Thrift) — LizPlants

Hardiness zones4-8

“Thrives in zones 4-8” — How to Grow Acantholimon (Prickly Thrift) — LizPlants

Spacing8–15 in

“Spacing: 8-15 inches apart, depending on mature size of species” — How to Grow Acantholimon (Prickly Thrift) — LizPlants

Height12–20 in

“This species typically grows to a height of 0.3–0.5 meters” — Acantholimon (Acantholimon petuniflorum) - Plant Care Guide | Plantory

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